Explore the Historic Homes of Delaware

They stand like snapshots from a dream -- silent, but somehow speaking of a grace and dignity that has not yet been lost to time. They tell a story, one that may be decades or even centuries old, but which lives on within their walls to this day.

The historic homes of Delaware tend to not only speak of themselves, or their owners, but of the entire state and its long legacy. There are the DuPont mansions, each one a tribute to the transformational power of this family dynasty. There are the homes of Delaware statesmen and leaders, still proud to this day of helping start the state that started a nation.

Here’s a look at some of the top historic homes, heading from north to south. Tour one soon, and hear their stories yourself.